The Himalayan Grandeur

The Himalayan Grandeur

Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days

Destination Covered: Darjeeling | Gangtok | Kalimpong

Destination: This amazing tour is sure to provide you with an amazing travel experience as this Darjeeling, Gangtok and Kalimpong tour package have been designed to provide a combination of adventure, nature and history and this 5 nights and 6 days tour takes you to the finest gems of the North-East region. You will visit the astounding hill station of Darjeeling where you will witness the sunrise at the Tiger Hill, Tea Gardens, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, Zoological Park, etc. In Kalimpong, the site seeing includes visit to Durpin Hill, Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Delo Hill, Mangal Dham Temple, etc. The visit to Gangtok takes you through the thick forests, monasteries and peaceful lakes and there are numerous attractions that will leave you mesmerized and stunned.

Tour Highlight:-

Dorje Ling – A place of the Thunderbolt.
Visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise.
Visit Flower Show and Do Drul Chorten.
Changu Lake – Waters from melting snows.
Kalimpong’s orchids and gladiole – A relaxed getaway.

Day 01: Bagdogra – Darjeeling 93 kms 3 hours approx.

Assistance at the airport/railway station on arrival and drive to
Darjeeling. Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow capped mountains, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Darjeeling

Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. It is truly a majestic sight and Ghoom Monastery which is oldest Monastery in the area which was built in 1875 and one can see the image of Mythey Buddha 15ft. height on the way back from Tiger Hill. Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Centre(closed on Sunday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Tea Estate(from outside), Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Darjeeling – Gangtok 98 kms 4 hours approx.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Gangtok. At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then.The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight. Later proceed for half day sightseeing in Gangtok visiting Flower Show, Do Drul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology(closed on Sunday), Cottage Industry(closed on Sunday) and Bakthang Falls. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Gangtok

Breakfast at the hotel and full day excursion to Changu Lake which is 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Also visit New Baba Mandir. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Gangtok - Kalimpong 83 kms / 3 hours approx.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kalimpong. At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong’s location is ideal for a pleasant, relaxed getaway. Its clement weather has made Kalimpong’s orchids and gladiole well renowned. Up to the early 1700s, the Kalimpong area was part of the Sikkim raja’s domain. In the early 18th century, the Bhutan king also took it over. In 1865, after the Anglo-Bhutan War , it was annexed to Darjeeling. Scottish Missionaries came here in the late 1800s. The town thrived as a wool trading center with Tibet till 1950s. Today it’s a quiet hill resort and a haven for retired people. Afternoon proceed for city tour visiting Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Mangal Dham and flower nurseries. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Kalimpong – Bagdogra/NJP 80 kms 3 hours approx.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra/NJP in time for flight/train to onward destination.

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